Louisa Johnson - TACT Parent

Our journey with The Arts Centre Telford began three years ago when our eldest daughter, Rosie, was struggling with her confidence at school and both her class teacher and I felt it was starting to hold her back. She tried a couple of local stage schools and drama clubs, but they just didn’t suit her. When you’re so quiet, you can get lost in a room of big personalities! TACT however, couldn’t have been more different, they have provided her with a safe, nurturing space to find her own voice. TACT has developed Rosie’s ability to make new friends, communicate and work as part of a team.

This summer Rosie received the leading role in a production of Danny Champion of the World. The support and genuine care she received from the staff and young cast was incredible. I truly believe it was a life changing experience for her. Rosie has started her last year of primary school a far more confident and resilient girl. She now contributes in class and will attempt to answer questions, when she might not have before. Ultimately TACT has challenged Rosie’s opinion of herself and what she can aspire to be, which isn’t an actor!

It may sound like a cliché, but TACT is like a big family and one both of my girls are proud to be part of. Their Saturday classes provide them with a balance of fun, whilst challenging them enough to develop and improve their skills. The girls love being around older members, whom are all such great role models in terms of talent and more
generally, just lovely human beings!

We cannot recommend or thank the team at TACT enough.